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Greece is a place that I’ve always wanted to visit. This list of reasons to visit Greece, shred with permission, contains some of the famous cities we’ve all heard about for years.
Greece is a country that combines the beauty of a coastal Mediterranean landscape with the history of one of the world’s most important and foundational empires. And with the difficulties the Greek economy has been suffering there is no better time to visit, as a holiday will be both cheaper and will go a long well to helping the recovery. So if you’re thinking of planning a getaway, then here are a few reason why Greece might be the best choice for your holidays.
Athens
One of the world’s most important and historic cities, Athens is home to great cultural activities like Greek music and events, as well as some great archaeological sites, like the Acropolis of Athens, the Parthenon, the Panathenaic Stadium, the Temple of Hephaestus and more. The famous old town of the Plaka is also a great place to stroll through and stop for drinks, shopping, or to visit the Acropolis Museum.
Thessaloniki
Greece’s second largest city, Thessaloniki has a wonderful amount of cultural offerings in store for its visitors, including Turkish baths, Byzantine walls, and outdoor markets full of Greek goods and produce. If you’re after the ultimate in Greek nightlife, then this city might be a destination to add to your itinerary.
Peloponnese
Peloponnese might be most famously known for the wars that have been fought here over the years, including the Persian and Peloponnesian Wars. The major cities of the area are Corinth, Argos, Megalopolis, and Sparta. Today the region is scattered with a vast amount of ancient and medieval historical sites, including Olympia, the site of the first Olympics, and Mystra’s Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Delphi
This is Greece’s second most famous archaeological site, perhaps only visited less often than the Acropolis due to its more remote location on the hillside of Mount Parnassus, the home of the ancient muses. The mythical ruins include the Temple of Apollo, the Altar of Chains, a theatre, and hippodrome.
The Islands
The Greek Islands are known worldwide for the serene beauty and stunning beaches, that make them some of the hottest holiday destinations in the world. Each one of these islands has its own unique experience to offer, from Mykonos to Santorini, and Corfu to Rhodes. You’ll have a hard time only picking one to visit.
There is no better time for you or the people of Greece to book your Greek vacation, there is no way you will be disappointed by what you discover.
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I would love to visit Greece someday. It is definitely on my bucket list.
Greece is such a gorgeous country. I’ve always wanted to visit.
I think a trip to Greece would be fantastic. I love all the architecture, and their mythology is so interesting.
i don’t think there’s a reason NOT to visit greece ever. I’d love to get there someday
I would love to visit Greece. We are talking about including it on the two week European vacation we are planning but it may have to be done separately since there is just so much to see.
I have always wanted to do a family vacation to Greece. It is on the top of our list of places to visit.
I need to see Greece for myself! I have to start making preparations so I can travel overseas for the first time in years.
I have not visited Greece but it has been on my bucket list since Summer overs came out.
It looks so beautiful! I would love nothing more than to visit and eat my way through the whole country, haha.
Greece is somewhere I would absolutely love to visit some day. It is near the top of my bucket list.
It’s always been a place I wanted to visit too. It’s on my bucket list.
Gosh, just not in the cards this year. Sure would like to next year.
I have always wanted to visit Greece. There are so many beautiful historic sights to see.
I have never been to Greece but it is only of the places on our list for an anniversary trip. Will be 15 years this year and I am determined to go somewhere… now to decide.
My nieces were in Greece for 2 weeks and the pictures they sent back were just gorgeous. I’d pick up and hop on a plane there now if I could.
Regretfully not this island country since I cut my teeth on its mythology.
I visited Greece when I was in high school. I would love to visit again.
I have always wanted to go to Athens. Greece is such a beautiful place. It is on my bucket list to go there.
Since I just turned 40, I have been working on a plan and a list for 50 by 50. A list of 50 places I want to visit in the next 10 years. Greece is in the top 5.
Greece is on my list of places to go and visit. It’s so beautiful and rich with history.
I’d LOVE to visit Greece! My husband and I have been wanting to plan a trip there for years. I’m showing him this post!
Greece is SO beautiful! What a wonderful place to be able to visit!
Greece is definitely on my must visit list. It’s gorgeous. Can’t wait to see it up close and personal.